Features Overview

Every tool you need to stitch with confidence.

LoopStep isn't just a library—it's a specialized crochet companion designed to bridge the gap between static patterns and the physical craft.

How LoopStep Works

A seamless workflow from finding a pattern to weaving in the ends.

1. Import

Upload a PDF, paste a URL, or type in raw text. Our system accepts almost any format.

2. Process

Our AI analyzes the pattern, breaking it down into trackable steps, row counts, and repeats.

3. Create

Follow along interactively. Mark rows complete, track repeats, and finish your project faster.

Ingestion

Smart Pattern Ingestion

Stop wrestling with disorganized files. LoopStep makes it easy to bring your entire collection into one workspace, no matter where they came from.

  • AI PDF Extraction: Upload your PDF patterns and let our AI extract actionable steps, stitch counts, and repeats.
  • URL Fetching: Found a pattern on a blog? Just paste the URL and we'll pull the content for you.
  • Manual Entry: Copy and paste raw text for quick, distraction-free reading.
PDF
URL
Next Row
ROW 14
TOTAL 42
Interactive

Mobile-First Experience

Designed for the couch, not just the desk. LoopStep's interface is optimized for mobile usage, providing a clean, trackable view of your instructions while you work.

  • Row Counter: Integrated row and step tracking means you never have to put down your hook to find a pencil.
  • Step-by-Step Progress: Check off individual components of a round to keep track of complex repeats and stitch counts.
  • Cloud Sync: Start on your tablet and finish on your phone. Your progress is automatically saved to your account.
Visualization

Smart PDF Viewer

Sometimes the original PDF is best. Our enhanced viewer adds digital utility to your static files without changing the layout you love.

  • Reading Ruler: A draggable horizontal guide that helps you stay focused on exactly one row at a time.
  • Chart Pinning: "Pin" a specific area—like a stitch chart or photo—to float over the screen while you scroll through the instructions.
Management

Personal Pattern Library

Organize your stash with ease. Your personal library acts as a central hub for all your projects, finished or just beginning.

  • Visual Previews: Automatically extract cover images or upload your own to see exactly what you're working on.
  • Privacy Controls: Patterns are private by default. Keep your purchased patterns secure or choose to share public-domain patterns.
  • Project Status: Filter by finished, in-progress, or future projects to stay organized.
Inventory

Yarn Stash Management

Stop double-buying. LoopStep helps you catalog every skein in your collection, so you always know if you have the right yarn for your next project.

  • Detailed Specs: Track brand, weight, colorway, dye lot, and fiber content for every entry.
  • Visual Inventory: Upload photos of your yarn to see your true color palette at a glance.
  • Usage Tracking: Log how many skeins you have and keep notes on what projects they're destined for.
Education

Technical Documentation

Never get stuck on an abbreviation again. LoopStep includes a professional-grade documentation library for crocheters of all levels.

  • Comprehensive Glossary: Detailed guides for stitch techniques, shaping, and pattern syntax.
  • Amigurumi Masterclass: A dedicated section for 3D crochet techniques, from perfect spheres to seamless joining.
  • Command Palette: Hit CMD+K to search the entire glossary instantly from anywhere.

Your patterns, everywhere.

LoopStep is built to work seamlessly across all your devices.

Mobile
Tablet
Desktop

The LoopStep Difference

Feature
PDF Viewer
LoopStep
Row Tracking
Manual
Interactive
Stitch Glossary
—
Built-in
Cloud Sync
Depends
Automatic
Mobile Optimized
Zoom & Pan
Responsive
AI Extraction
—
Yes
Yarn Inventory
—
Built-in

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LoopStep free?
Yes! LoopStep is currently in public beta and is completely free to use. In the future, we may introduce premium features for heavy users, but our core mission is to remain accessible.
Does it work offline?
LoopStep is a web application that requires an internet connection to sync your library and process patterns. However, once a pattern page is loaded, basic interactivity will work until you close the tab.
Can I share my patterns?
By default, all uploaded patterns are private to your account. You can choose to make a pattern public if you own the rights to it or if it is in the public domain.